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Why Supporting Local Women-Owned Businesses is Good for the Whole Community
When a woman starts a business, she’s not just launching a product or service—she’s building momentum for an entire community. Here in Southeast Michigan, the rise of women-owned businesses is reshaping local economies, fueling innovation, and creating opportunities...
“Social Media Marketing on a Budget: A Guide for Women-Owned Startups”
Social Media Marketing on a Budget: A Guide for Women-Owned Startups You’ve got the passion. You’ve got the product. But what you don’t have (yet) is a full-blown marketing budget. Welcome to the startup life—where every dollar counts and DIY is a business strategy....
“Networking 101 for Women: How to Build a Referral Machine in Metro Detroit”
Networking 101 for Women: How to Build a Referral Machine in Metro Detroit If you’re a woman entrepreneur in Metro Detroit, there’s one tool that can grow your business faster than any paid ad campaign: referrals. But here's the catch—referrals don’t just happen. They...
Top 5 Marketing Mistakes New Women Entrepreneurs Make (and How to Fix Them)
Launching a business is exciting. You're passionate, creative, and finally calling the shots. But when it comes to marketing, many new women entrepreneurs—especially in Southeast Michigan—stumble into a few predictable traps. You’re not alone, and you’re not failing....
Is Connect Macomb Fading from the Small Business Scene? A Personal Reflection
By Bryant Goodreau – DBG Social Connection As someone who’s deeply rooted in Macomb County’s small business community, I never imagined I’d be writing something like this. But after hearing from a close friend and former colleague, I felt compelled to speak out....
Top 5 Marketing Mistakes New Women Entrepreneurs Make (and How to Fix Them)
So, you launched your dream business. Your logo’s cute, your service is solid, and you’re ready to take over Southeast Michigan. But there’s one thing tripping up a lot of women entrepreneurs when they first start: marketing. The truth? Great businesses fail every...
The Power of Female-Led Networks: Why Women Entrepreneurs Need Stronger Circles
Behind every successful woman in business? A circle of other powerful women cheering her on—and helping her grow. In Southeast Michigan, women-owned businesses are thriving in ways we’ve never seen before. But the secret to long-term success isn’t just hustle—it’s...
Why More Women Are Starting Businesses in Michigan—and How You Can Too
Over the past decade, women in Michigan—and especially Southeast Michigan—have been launching businesses in record numbers. From solo startups to full-fledged teams, women are reshaping the local economy, building community impact, and creating financial freedom on...
Grow Your Network with a Simple Note: How LinkedIn Connection Requests Can Spark Big Opportunities
Grow Your Network with a Simple Note: How LinkedIn Connection Requests Can Spark Big Opportunities In today’s fast-moving digital world, networking doesn’t just happen in boardrooms and coffee shops — it happens in your inbox. If you’re using LinkedIn to expand your...
Fall. Fail. Rise Higher: The Power of Getting Back Up
At DBG Social Connection, we see it all the time—business owners, entrepreneurs, dreamers—getting knocked down by life, money, markets, or just plain bad luck. And let’s be honest: failure hurts. It’s discouraging. It’s messy. But you know what’s worse than failing?...